Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array

The Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array (VLA) is a powerful radio telescope located in New Mexico. It consists of 27 large dish antennas arranged in a Y-shape, working together to observe the universe in radio waves. This setup allows astronomers to study objects like black holes, galaxies, and supernovae in great detail, revealing phenomena invisible to optical telescopes. By combining signals from all dishes, the VLA achieves high resolution and sensitivity, helping us understand the universe’s structure, origin, and evolution. It’s a key tool in modern radio astronomy.